Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Positano?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Positano or Costa Vicentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Positano and Costa Vicentina. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Positano or Costa Vicentina?
Positano
Located on the Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy, Positano is a very scenic town that offers spectacular coastal views. The town sits on the edge of a hill and flows down toward the sea. Because of its dramatic beauty, Positano attracts thousands of visitors year around.
The town dates back to medieval times when it was a port for the Amalfi Republic. It thrived throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries but by the mid-nineteenth century its prosperity was falling. During those times more than half of the population left, migrating predominantly to America. During the 1950s the town gained popularity as a tourist destination, in part because of John Steinbeck's essay about the area in Harper's Bazaar (May, 1953).
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Italy, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPositano €222Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Positano is €222, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €125. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Positano and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPositano €148Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPositano €296Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Positano and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Positano or Costa Vicentina? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Positano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Positano €7.73Costa Vicentina €40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Positano:
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Bus Ticket€1.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Positano
Also for Positano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amalfi and Positano cruise with transfer included: $94
- Cozy Private Door-to-Door Transfer from Positano to Naples: $145
- From Sorrento & Pompeii Private Tour w/ Transfers: $638
- From Salerno Station: 1-Way Private Transfer to Positano: $265
- From the Coast: Pompeii the Real All Inclusive Service(Guide,Transfer,Ticket): $256
- Positano or Ravello to Naples airport/station private departure transfer: $175
- Positano to Fiumicino Rome Airport (FCO) - Departure Private Transfer: $194
- Positano to Napoli Airport (NAP) - Departure Private Transfer: $48
- Positano to Rome hotels - Private Transfer : $223
- One-Way Private Transfer to Naples: $132
- Private Transfer to Naples with WiFi: $213
- Private Transfer to Sorrento, Rome or Naples: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Positano or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Positano change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayPositano €53Costa Vicentina €34
Typical Food Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Positano:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€31
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Pizza in a Restaurant€9.32
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Sandwich in a Restaurant€12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Positano
For Positano, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner on the farm: $54
- Tasting Pizza on "The Roof Terrace" with all you can eat formula: $81
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class: Pasta Mozzarella & Tiramisu with Wine: $88
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Sant'Agnello with Show Cooking: $93
- Sorrento Pizza School Activity in Italy: $98
- 3 Hours Sorrento Cooking Class in Sorrento Coast with Pickup: $141
- Small Group Positano Cooking Class Gnocchi Tiramisù with Drinks : $146
- Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Sant'Agnello: $158
- Lemon & sea food cooking class at local's home: $169
- Small Group Home Cooking Class with a Local: $190
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $190
- Vico Equense: Market Tour, Home Cooking Class, and Dinner: $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Positano €60Costa Vicentina €17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Positano
For Positano, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Chair & Umbrella at Spiaggia Grande€17
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Day Trip of Capri & Amalfi€80
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Sunset Cruise€24
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Full Day Wine Tour€97
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Cooking Class€65
Tours and Activities in Positano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Positano.
- Unforgettable sunset tour in Positano: $54
- Guided tour of the history and tradition of the Sorrento lemon: $54
- Sunset Tour Experience - Shared: $74
- Small Group Tour to Positano by Boat at Sunset: $76
- Golden Hour around Positano Sunset Group Cruise : $81
- Positano Swim Experience with Lifeguard: $93
- From Amalfi Coast Sunset Cruise - Group Tour: $96
- Full Day Amalfi Small Group Cruise from Positano : $103
- Sunset Group Boat Tour from Positano or Praiano: $103
- Small Group Tour to Positano by Boat at Sunset: $103
- Sunset Boat Cruise from Amalfi: $105
- Sunset Boat Cruise from Maiori: $105
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPositano €15Costa Vicentina €8.71
Typical Alcohol Prices in Positano
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Positano:
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Bottle of Limoncello€16
Sample the Local Flavors in Positano
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Positano:
- Organic Wine Tasting with Mozzarella and Gnocchi workshop: $71
- 5 Wine Tastings with Typical Products in Sorrento Coast: $76
- Private Food and Wine Tasting on the Sorrento Coast: $109
- Pompeii Wine Tasting Tour from Positano: $245
- Pompeii Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting from Positano: $271
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Positano and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Positano is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Positano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Positano than you might in Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Positano Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.